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Course Information
Course List
- MFR1: Myofascial Release Level 1
- MFR2: Myofascial Release Level with Craniosacral Therapy 2
- CST1: Craniosacral Therapy 1
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MET: Muscle Energy Therapy
- INMR1: Integrated Neuromuscular Re-Education, Muscle Energy & Positional Release 1
- INMR2: Integrated Neuromuscular Re-Education, Muscle Energy & Positional Release 2
- OMTN: Orthopedic Manual Therapy: Neck
- OMTB: Orthopedic Manual Therapy: Back
- OMTS: Orthopedic Manual Therapy: Shoulder
- PRO: Post Rehab of Orthopedic Injuries
- GB: Get on the Ball! Manual Therapy & Exercise Using the Swiss Ball
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Muscle Energy Therapy (MET)
is a hands-on approach to improve muscle tone, elasticity, strength, and
performance. Identification and treatment of abnormal neuromuscular tension is
the focus of this course. MET uses active and passive techniques to facilitate
positive changes in the function of the neuromuscular system. Practitioners will
learn how to provide precisely controlled resistance to the active contraction
of a client’s muscles in a specific direction to improve mobility, strength and
function. MET uses principles of reciprocal inhibition and postisometric
relaxation to improve mobility. MET techniques may be immediately applied in a
variety of clinical situations.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Participants will be able to:
- 1. Discuss the theoretical basis for muscle energy therapy. (MET)
- 2. Describe neuromuscular reflexes, the function of the muscle spindle and Golgi tendon organs and their effect on muscle tone and function.
- 3. Describe the indications, contraindications and results of muscle energy therapy.
- 4. Apply principles of MET to position a joint to effectively stretch a muscular restriction.
- 5. Utilize MET techniques of reciprocal inhibition (RI) and postisometric relaxation (PIR) to increase range of motion.
- 6. Integrate MET into a treatment program to improve muscle strength and flexibility.
Theresa A. Schmidt, MS,PT,OCS,LMT,CEAS,Chy., is the president of Flex Physical Therapy in Long Island, NY, and founder of Educise Resources Inc., a health and education company. She is Board-certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy by ABPTS since 1994. Theresa graduated Long Island University's Masters Program in Physical Therapy with Highest Honors. She served as faculty at Touro College Physical Therapy Programs in New York, NY, at Nassau Community College and CUNY Queens College. Theresa completed extensive studies in Orthopedic manual therapies including, MFR, Craniosacral Therapy, Muscle Energy, Counterstrain, Joint Mobilization, Functional Technique, high velocity thrust, visceral manipulation, acupressure Amma therapy, and therapeutic touch. Theresa is a licensed massage therapist, certified Hypnotherapist with IACT, and a personal trainer. She has presented throughout the US for APTA, AMTA/NY, IDEA, ACE, NYSSMMT, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research, Council of Licensed Physiotherapists, Cross Country Education Inc, private hospitals and clinics across the United States.
SCHEDULE
- 7:30- 8:00 Registration
- 8:00-8:15 Introduction to Muscle Energy Therapy, Indications and Contraindications
- 8:15- 9:00 Neuroanatomy and neurophysiological basis of muscle tension, the muscle spindle and GTO reflexes
- 9:00-9:10 Break
- 9:10-10:10 MET upper extremity demonstration and lab
- 10:10-11:00 Clinical examples of MET for upper extremity
- 11:00-12:00 MET lower extremity demonstration and lab
- 12:00-1:00 Lunch break (on your own)
- 1:00-1:50 Clinical examples of MET for lower extremity
- 1:50-2:00 Break
- 2:00- 3:00 MET for the spine demonstration and lab
- 3:00-3:30 Clinical problem solving and question and answer period
- *The schedule may be adjusted at the discretion of the instructor.
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